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Best Vegan Ice Cream in New York City (2026)

32 places ranked by how good their vegan ice cream actually is, based on review analysis and community feedback. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream takes the #1 spot.

Seed + Mill, ice_cream in New York City #2 for ice cream
★ 5.0
Ice Cream, Tahini Soft Serve

“Try the tahini soft serve sundae topped with halva crumbles and extra tahini drizzle for a rich and unique vegan treat.”

100% Vegan Middle Eastern ice creamsoft serve
Salt & Straw, ice_cream in New York City #5 for ice cream
★ 4.5 A
Ice Cream, Vegan Flavors, Seasonal

“Try seasonal vegan flavors like Marionberry Oatmeal Cobbler and Freckled Mint & Chocolate Chip”

American ice creammarionberry oatmeal cobbler
Salt & Straw, ice_cream in New York City #10 for ice cream
★ 4.0 D
Ice Cream, Vegan Flavors, Creative

“Try the vegan peanut butter brittle and strawberry sorbet flavors”

American ice creamstrawberry balsamic
Matchaful, cafe in New York City #15 for ice cream

Matchaful

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★ 4.3 B
Cafe, Vegan Soft Serve, Matcha

“Try the vegan Matcha and Taro soft serve flavors for a refreshing dessert.”

Cafe ice creamsoft serve
Soft Swerve, ice_cream in New York City #18 for ice cream
★ 4.2 D
Ice Cream, Vegan Ube

“Try the vegan ube soft serve, a creamy oat milk-based treat with toasted coconut topping.”

Asian soft serveice cream
16 Handles, ice_cream in New York City #20 for ice cream
★ 4.2 E
Ice Cream Shop, Vegan Soft Serve

“Try the vegan oat milk-based soft serve flavors like chocolate and vanilla.”

Frozen Dessert ice creamsoft serve
Gelatoville, ice_cream in New York City #28 for ice cream
★ 4.5 A
Ice Cream Shop, Vegan Gelato

“Try the vegan dark chocolate and pistachio gelato flavors for creamy, rich options.”

Italian gelatoice cream
Orchard Grocer, restaurant in New York City #32 for ice cream
★ 4.7
Vegan Sandwiches, Soft Serve, Groceries

“Try their vegan soft serve in flavors like vanilla and peanut butter swirl”

100% Vegan American sandwichice cream
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Questions about vegan ice cream in New York City

Where can I find the best vegan ice cream in New York City?

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream tops our ranking for the best vegan ice cream in New York City. We analyzed 32 restaurants serving vegan ice cream in New York City, ranking them by dish quality based on review analysis and community feedback.

How many restaurants serve vegan ice cream in New York City?

We found 32 restaurants serving quality vegan ice cream in New York City. The average Spinach rating across these venues is 4.3 out of 5.0.

Are there fully vegan ice cream spots in New York City?

Yes, 2 of the 32 restaurants serving vegan ice cream in New York City are fully vegan establishments.

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